'Ridley' Season 2 Cast: Meet The Returning And New Characters And Actors Who Play Them

Elle

5 days ago

After what felt like an eternity, Adrian Dunbar has gracefully returned to our screens, bringing his brooding consultant detective Alex Ridley back for another season of ITV's compelling crime series, Ridley.
The second series marks the beginning of Ridley's latest chapter, where Dunbar's beloved protagonist once again partners with the sharp-witted DI Carol Farman (played by Bronagh Waugh) to unravel mysteries that would challenge even the most seasoned investigators.
The new series opens with an episode called A Sleeping Tiger, a haunting tale that sees Ridley and Farman investigating the murder of Ryan, a young man whose life is cut tragically short just hours after his release from police custody. Initially a suspect in a jewelry heist, Ryan's story becomes something far more complex and devastating.
Each of the four episodes of Ridley promises a standalone mystery, ensuring fresh faces and new intrigue while keeping our cherished regulars exactly where we want them — front and centre. Consider this your go-to guide of who's who in Ridley season two.
The full cast of Ridley season 2:
Adrian Dunbar as Alex Ridley
Bronagh Waugh as DI Carol Farman
Terence Maynard as DCI Paul Goodwin
Georgia Glen as Dr. Wendy Newston
George Bukhari as DC Darren Lakhan
Julie Graham as Annie Marling
John Michie as Harry Bentham
The new cast for Ridley season 2 episode 1:
Chloe Harris as Tash Walker
Kaya Moore as Callum Douglas
Kerim Hassan as Liam Manley
John Henshaw as Frank Stanford
Kriis Bohn as Rebecca Bayling
Ridley season two begins on ITV1 on August 10.
Who is Alex Ridley? Alex Ridley is the series' protagonist, a retired officer whose personal tragedy — losing both his wife and daughter in an arson attack — continues to inform his every move.
What else has Adrian Dunbar been in? Dunbar, of course, needs no introduction for Line of Duty devotees, though his filmography spans from The Crying Game to My Left Foot with remarkable range.
Who is DI Carol Forman? DI Farman is the driving force behind Ridley's return to working on cases, after she called him back to the force as a consultant.
What else has Bronagh Waugh been in? Bronagh is best known for playing the role of Sally Anne Spector in The Fall alongside Jamie Dornan and Gillian Anderson. She's also had roles in The Stolen Girl, Des, Derry Girls, Unforgotten and many more.
Who is DCI Paul Goodwin? Maynard returns as DCI Paul Goodwin, Carol's superior whose complicated history with Ridley adds layers of tension to their working relationship.
What else has Terence Maynard been in? Maynard has been a fixture on the small screen since the mid 1990s and is best known for his work on Coronation Street, Sherwood, The Witcher and Edge of Tomorrow.
Who is Dr Wendy Newston? Dr Wendy is the chief forensics officer in Ridley and works alongside Ridley and Carol.
What else has Georgia Glen been in? Call The Midwife fans will recognise Glen as the series' character Miss Higgins. She's also had roles in Waterloo Road, The Crown and Hetty Feather, among many others.
Who is DC Darren Lakhan? Darren is another member of the police force who often works alongside Ridley and Carol.
What else has George Bukhari been in? Outside of his role in Ridley, Bukhari is best known for starring in Ordinary Lies, Coronation Street, After The Flood and The A Word.
Who is Harry Bentham? Harry Bentham, a local businessman whose growing connection to Annie promises to shake up established dynamics.
What else has John Michie been in? Coronation Street alumni will remember Michie's memorable Karl Munro, while recent viewers caught him in Karen Pirie's second season.
Who is Tash Walker? Tash works in her mother's pub but also has a bigger role to play within the series.
What else has Chloe Harris been in? Harris has had roles in The Village, The Trial of Christine Keeler, The Spanish Princess and Nolly, to name just a few.
Who is Callum Douglas? Callum is a suspect in the case.
What else has Kaya Moore been in? Viewers will most likely recognise Moore from his role of Phoenix Taylor in Waterloo Road, which he appeared on for over 30 episodes. He also starred in Adolescence and Vera.
Who is Liam Manley? Liam is a suspect in the case and also has a connection with Tash.
What else has Kerim Hassan been in? Hassan has also starred in My Fault London, Champion and Obsession.
Who is Frank Stanford? Frank is Ryan's grandpa.
What else has John Henshaw been in? Henshaw has been on our screens since the early 1990s and is best known for his roles in projects such as Stanton Blues, Early Doors, Born and Bred, and Heartbeat.
Who is Rebecca Bayling? Rebecca is the lawyer brought into work on Ryan's case.
What else has Krissi Bohn been in? Over the years Bohn has appeared on a number of shows including Law & Order UK, Waterloo Road, and Eastenders.
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